Simple Mocha Espresso Truffle Recipe | 3 Ingredients and Naturally Gluten-Free

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This Mocha Espresso Truffle recipe is a delicious, sweet treat that comes with a caffeine boost!  Using only 3 ingredients, this recipe is a simple espresso chocolate treat that is naturally gluten-free.

Keep reading for step by step instructions to make these delicious and easy gluten free truffles!

The gluten-free guide below is based on personal experience and research.  Always be sure to discuss any medical changes with your doctor for your personal medical needs. Additionally, this post contains affiliate links.  As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. My full disclosure isn’t that interesting, but you can find it here. 

Why You’ll Love This Mocha Espresso Truffle Recipe

You’ll love this simple coffee chocolates recipe because,

• It’s a fancy treat that’s naturally gluten-free.
• It’s way more affordable to make gluten free truffles at home—and you control the ingredients!
• You’ll get a caffeine boost
• You only need 3 ingredients to make these coffee chocolate truffles!

Equipment for This Classic Espresso Truffles Recipe

To make this more classic truffles recipe you will need:

• a medium sauce pan
• a loaf pan
• parchment paper
• mixing bowls
• a small cookie scoop (I use this)

Ingredients for Mocha Espresso Truffles

You only need 3 ingredients for this coffee truffles recipe.

Yes, I’m keeping it simple and yummy!

While you can find everything you need for this gluten free truffles recipe at your local grocery store, you can find great deals on espresso and gluten-free chocolate online!  My favorite places for gluten-free deals are Amazon and Thrive Market.

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• semi-sweet chocolate chips.  Both Hershey’s and Enjoy Life are great options for this recipe!
• heavy cream.  Trust me, you need heavy cream for this recipe!  Don’t try to sub milk or half and half.
• fine ground espresso beans.  I like Illy.  
  note: Ground espresso IS different than ground coffee!  See the section below for more details.

What’s the difference between coffee and espresso?

There are two main differences.  First, the roasting time. Espresso beans have been roasted longer to the ‘espresso point.’ 

Second, espresso has been ground finer than traditional coffee grounds.  This is an important distinction with this recipe because if you use traditionally ground coffee your truffles may not be as smooth.

If you are new to espresso, you can explore the craft of espresso preparation with this detailed guide on Coffeeness.

What if I don’t want my mocha truffles to be caffeinated?

This is a totally easy fix!  If you don’t want your coffee flavored truffles to have caffeine, simply use decaf espresso!  Try Lavazza decaf espresso, you can find it on Amazon here.

How to Make Mocha Truffles

While it will take over an hour to make the chocolate espresso truffles, but most of that time is just waiting for the mixture to chill. 

This also makes an EXCELLENT make-ahead treat!  You can make these 2-3 days ahead of time and keep them in the fridge until you want to serve them.

In a medium-sized pan, combine semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream over low heat, mix until you achieve a smooth consistency.  Be sure to stir continuously as to not burn your chocolate.

Cook it on low and cook it slow!

Once smooth, pour into a loaf pan that’s been lined with parchment paper.

Put mixture in the refrigerator to chill for an hour, or until it is a firm, scoopable consistency.

Using your cookie scoop, scoop balls from the mixture.  If the truffle mixture begins to melt, put back in the fridge until firm enough to scoop again.

Tip: especially if working in a warm environment, chill a plate or small cookie sheet in the freezer and put your scooped truffles on the plate.

Once your chocolate mixture is scooped into the size truffles you want, roll the truffle in ground espresso.

Keep the gf truffles in the fridge until ready to serve!

If you want to decorate them, add a full espresso bean to the top.

Did you love this simple truffle recipe?

Be sure to pin this recipe for espresso chocolate truffles to your Gluten-Free Treats Pinterest board using the social sharing buttons so you can access it whenever you’re ready to make it! Also check out some other delicious chocolately gluten free recipes such as chocolate hazelnut biscotti or Italian brownies.

Scroll down for the printable recipe for espresso chocolate truffles, and then be sure to take the gluten free eating plan quiz for a custom guide to easy-peasy gluten free living!

Other decadent gluten-free treats similar to this coffee truffle recipe you may want to try:

• One-bowl Gluten Free Blondies
• White Chocolate Mocha Coffee Bombs
• No-Bake Gluten-Free Coconut Candy
• Gluten-Free Apple Cobbler in a Mug
• Microwave Protein Lemon Mug Cake

Super Simple 3 Ingredient Espresso Mocha Coffee Truffles

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